Is the 'hardest' boulder always the highest grade? (side-by-side comparison)

Can a lower-grade boulder feel harder than a higher-grade one?

Join me for two outdoor bouldering sessions in L'Aigle sector of Targasonne where I compare two drastically different climbs, Eagle Vice (proposed 8A+/8B) and the classic Vicious Game (7B/7B+), to challenge the assumption that grade always equals difficulty.

From crimpy traverses to comp-style moves, I break down how movement style, body mechanics, and personal strengths can completely flip how hard a boulder problem feels.

Whether you're new to outdoor bouldering or just curious about how climbing grades translate, this side-by-side comparison is packed with beta, real send attempts, and honest reflections on how subjective climbing difficulty can be. If you’ve ever struggled on a climb that should have been "easy", this one’s for you.

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-- Featured Clips & Boulders 👇 --

0:00 Does Grade Equal Difficulty?
0:31 Vicious Game Boulder Overview
1:43 Breaking Down the Crux: Micro Crimps & Style Matters
4:16 First Send Go on Eagle Vice
5:45 Reflections & Trying the Sit Start
7:45 Warming Up for Vicious Game (my nemesis boulder)
8:43 7B Power Move (L'amour sur le chanier)
10:02 Why Style is Everything: My Strengths vs. Weaknesses
10:52 Can I send Vicious Game 7B+?

This video is all about comparing bouldering grades and climbing styles in Targasonne. Featured climbers include Alex Tighe and Lucie Allard.

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